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100 1 _aHeath, Sidney,
_d1872-1953
245 1 4 _aThe Heart of Wessex
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2014
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
490 1 _aBeautiful England
500 _aRelease date is 2014-09-10
508 _aProduced by Shaun Pinder and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"The Heart of Wessex" by Sidney Heath is a descriptive travel book written in the late 19th century. This publication offers an evocative portrayal of South Dorset, exploring the landscapes and cultural heritage of the region famously depicted in the works of Thomas Hardy. The book effectively highlights the unique beauty and historical significance of Wessex, which has become a symbol of rural England, emphasizing its natural scenery and the architectural beauty of its villages and towns. In "The Heart of Wessex," the author takes readers on a journey through notable locations such as Dorchester, Weymouth, and Puddletown, intertwining historical narratives with personal anecdotes to evoke the charm of the English countryside. Heath meticulously relates the connections between the region's landscapes and Hardy's literature, examining various places featured in his novels, including the houses and landmarks significant to characters like Gabriel Oak and Tess. Through poetic language and rich detail, the book immerses readers in the picturesque views, local traditions, and intricate histories that characterize Wessex, offering both a celebration of its beauty and a call to appreciate its cultural legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aWessex (England) -- Description and travel
653 _aHardy, Thomas, 1840-1928. Wessex novels -- Settings
700 1 _aHaslehust, E. W.,
_d1866-1949
830 0 _aBeautiful England
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/46839
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